Cold Weather Payments 2018: Check to see if YOU are eligible after Storm Emma snow chaos

THE adverse weather which has gripped Britain in recent days with plummeting temperatures, snow storms and freezing rain has left people across the country wondering if they’re eligible for cold weather payments.

The chilly conditions have had a huge impact on sectors, including retail and construction, while major travel disruption across the country forced thousands of businesses to remain closed as staff struggled to get to work.

The cold weather payment scheme is designed to support struggling households in adverse weather conditions and the Government has paid out more than £40 million in winter support across the UK so far.

If you think you might be eligible for extra funds, here’s everything you need to know about the cold weather payment.